Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is hiring a Research Finance Analyst I to support post-award management and research administration. The role manages a less complex grant portfolio, including award setup, financial monitoring, sponsor reporting and invoicing, and project closeout.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for setting up project awards and amend projects as needed
• Manages the financial administration of less complex research portfolio throughout grant life cycle of Non-federal and Federally grants
• Approves incoming subcontract invoices for payment
• Ensures that awards are managed in full compliance with applicable sponsor’s rules and regulations and DFCI’s internal policies
• Responsible for closing-out of projects, including journal entries and reconciliation
• Responsible for financial reporting and invoicing to sponsors
• Assume additional responsibilities as assigned

Skills

• PeopleSoft, Infoed or a similar grant management system
• Microsoft Office Suite with knowledge of V-LOOKUP, pivot-tables in Excel
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organization and communication skills with a focus in customer service
• Ability to thrive in a busy, high-volume, and deadline driven team environment
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and handle complex and confidential information with discretion
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Accounting, Business, Finance or similar field required
• A minimum of 1-year professional experience in Finance, Business or Accounting
• This may include directly relevant internships
• Experience in research administration in an academic setting (hospital, non-profit organization or university) preferred

Benefits

• Remote work with occasional time on campus

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